2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Avensis (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 20 kg more than 2003 Toyota Avensis.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Avensis. 2003 Toyota Avensis has automatic transmission and 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta has manual transmission. 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Avensis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Giulietta | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4351 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1798 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1465 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2634 mm | 2710 mm |
